The essence of friendship is a sweet kiss from God above. It is found in the fun times spent together doing nothing at all. It fills a room with its loving presence. It is strengthened through the honest talks that help each other. It seeks not to offend but offers apologies when it does. It is soothing when life throws curveballs. It challenges when it sees you’re standing in your own way. It holds your hand when a loved one passes or a relationship ends. It is honest and authentic. It doesn’t always agree but ...
The Wiz is a tale of four characters (Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, & Lion) who are each in search of something they are lacking. Dorothy desperately wants to go home, the scarecrow needs a brain, the tin man needs a heart, and the lion needs courage. They take a path that eventually leads them to the wizard who is unable to grant their wishes. The movie ends when they each realize that they already possess what they felt they lacked.
Last week, I shared the first five points that I took away from the movie:
1 – Man cannot validate you. It is not his job and we must learn to trust in God to supply our needs.
2 – If you feel that you are lacking something, look within. God has equipped us for the journey. We may need a little help discovering our strengths and talents but trust Him; He has already made provisions for you.
3 – As you travel through this life, remember that God has placed people in your life that you may have companionship. Each will bring with them something unique. Don’t paint them all with the same brush; celebrate who they are and what they mean to you.
4 – Challenges are par for the course. The easy way won’t always be the best choice for you. I love the part of the movie when Dorothy tries to catch a cab to Oz only to find that the cab is “Off Duty.” She didn’t just wait for another cab; she walked; and
5 – Things aren’t always as they appear. The Wizard appeared as a great person capable of providing the desires of one’s heart. In reality, he was little more than a person who was afraid of the witch and used his perceived power to manipulate people.
As promised, this week’s motivation is a continuation...
Over the weekend, I watched one of my childhood favorites, The Wiz. Starring Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, the movie details the journey of Dorothy, the Scarecrow, Lion, and Tin Man as they make their way to Oz in search of something that they each lack. Dorothy just wants to go home, while the scarecrow needs a brain, the lion needs courage, and the tin man needs a heart. This fascinating tale has each character ...
I Pet 5:7 Casting the whole of your care (all your anxieties, all your worries, all your concerns, once and for all) on Him, for He cares for you affectionately and cares about you watchfully (AMP)
Prov 3:6 In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths (AMP)
This year, I decided to follow in the steps of my father and try my hand at vegetable gardening. I am growing four different types of lettuce, grape tomatoes, and green beans. Initially, I started with plants but it became evident early on that the green beans were not growing. The leaves withered away and I had to start over. This time, my father opted to plant seeds instead of another bush bean plant. He planted the seeds and
“I didn’t tell a lie, it was a fib…” These words echoed from the radio as I was driving along to church. I tuned in at the precise moment this statement was uttered so I am not sure of the context but nevertheless, the statement struck
Heb 13:15 Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise – the fruit of lips that confess his name.
My favorite fruit is pineapple. A couple of years ago while in Hawaii, I tasted the sweetest pineapple in the world. I could not get enough of it. There was something distinct about this pineapple. Perhaps it was because it was the native fruit. Perhaps it was the way it was sliced. Maybe it was the lingering taste or it could have been the texture. Whatever it was,
Matt 5:45(KJV) That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
The forecaster says that for the next four days our area will experience rain. Expected to be heavy at times, it has been advised that we keep our umbrellas close by. Growing up I remember signing “Rain, Rain, go away, come again another day.” But the reality is that I didn’t want...
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